Why is American politics so intense and emotionally competitive today, and how did we get here? In The Fundamental Voter, John H. Aldrich, Suhyen Bae, and Bailey K. Sanders explain why the notion that we are divided into tribal loyalties is, at best, only partially correct, and discuss how the divisions rest on much more substantive politics than they once did. In the 1950s and 1960s, the American public based voting primarily on partisan loyalties. Landslide presidential election...

The perennial classic: this intimate journal chronicling the Narnia author's experience of grief after his wife's death has consoled readers for half a century; this edition features responses from authors like Hilary Mantel, Francis Spufford, Rowan Williams, Jenna Bailey ...'An intimate, anguished account of a man grappling with the mysteries of faith and love ... Elegant and raw ... A powerful record of thought and emotion experienced in real time.'

2 Books Box SetThis book includes:- Men With ADHD- Women With ADHDStill struggling with the effects of having ADHD?Do you …?- Do you often feel as if life is out of control, and that it’s impossible to meet demands?- Do you feel overwhelmed in stores, at the office, or at parties? Is it impossible for you to shut out sounds and distractions that don’t bother others?- Do you often shut down...

In "The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; On Human Nature," the renowned philosopher delves into the intricacies of human existence, exploring themes of desire, suffering, and the inherent nature of humanity. With a distinctive literary style marked by sharp wit and an acerbic tone, Schopenhauer intertwines philosophical rigor with psychological insight, engaging readers through a blend of discourse and personal reflection. Written during a time when Romanticism was flourishing, his essays pr...

2 Books Box SetThis book includes:- How to Analyze People with Dark Psychology- Secret Manipulation TechniquesDo you want to learn to defend yourself against Mental Manipulation?Do you want to learn body language basics, detect manipulative and toxic people?Do you often feel people take advantage of you or control you in order to "help you"?What do they think? How do they feel? Are they lying?Have you always wanted to le...

Being right doesn't mean you're going to win. This is why.You've been here before. You make a solid point, logically sound, only to watch the conversation get hijacked. Suddenly, you're defending against a ridiculous exaggeration, a personal jab, or some clever-sounding nonsense that has nothing to do with what you actually said. You get frustrated, derailed, and defeated-even though you know you're correct. You know you're right-so why do you keep losing the argum...

"The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims" is a thought-provoking collection of insights and reflections on the nature of existence and the pursuit of happiness. Compiled from the works of renowned philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, this book offers a unique perspective on the human condition, exploring the meaning of life, the importance of virtue and morality, and the sources of true happiness. With wit, wisdom, and a profound understanding of the human mind, Schopenhauer provides a road...

Maxims and Reflections is a collection of several hundred brilliant, unforgettable paragraphs and aphorisms by the legendary German Renaissance writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, divided into the categories Life and Character, Literature and Art, Science and Nature. Like the Manual of Epictetus and Seneca’s Letters, Goethe’s Maxims and Reflections is a timeless guide to navigating the mysteries of existence.

In "The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer: The Art of Controversy," Schopenhauer meticulously examines the nature of debate, rhetoric, and intellectual discourse, employing his characteristic wit and incisive prose. The work is a blend of philosophical inquiry and practical advice, exploring how arguments are constructed and deconstructed. Schopenhauer's literary style is marked by his penetrating insights and an often sardonic tone, reflecting the influence of German Romanticism and his profo...

In "The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; Studies in Pessimism," Schopenhauer engages deeply with the human condition, exploring themes of suffering, desire, and the futility of existence. Written with his characteristic incisive clarity and philosophical rigor, this collection critiques the superficiality of contemporary optimism while employing a literary style that is both poignant and accessible. Schopenhauer's essays reveal his profound engagement with philosophy and art, positioning his...

Arthur Schopenhauer (1788 – 1860) was a German philosopher and writer. He is known for his 1818 work The World as Will and Representation (expanded in 1844), which characterizes the phenomenal world as the manifestation of a blind and irrational noumenal will. Building on the transcendental idealism of Immanuel Kant, Schopenhauer developed an atheistic metaphysical and ethical system that rejected the contemporaneous ideas of German idealism.Schopenhauer was among the first...

In "The Essays of Arthur Schopenhauer; On Human Nature," the philosopher offers a profound exploration of the complexities of human behavior and motivation. Written in his characteristic style, Schopenhauer employs incisive logic, a rich vocabulary, and a contemplative tone to dissect themes such as desire, egoism, and the inherent suffering of existence. This collection draws upon his broader pessimistic philosophy, situating human nature within the context of his metaphysical worldview a...